“With just one indulgent suite, Little Donkey Bay is an exclusive and intimate seaside hideaway. Interiors are bright and funky, the property even boasts its own private beach. A chic, adults-only escape for honeymooners or romantic couples. ”

Recommended for

  • Hideaway

    • Off the beaten track, guests emerge from a hidden alleyway to the secluded grounds, with their own stretch of private beach
  • Beach nearby

    • As well as their private stretch, guests have easy access to popular Long Beach and a nearby naturist beach
  • Honeymoons

    • A private oasis for romantic couples - complete with outdoor freestanding baths. A honeymoon dream
  • Retro/Vintage

    • Art Deco furniture combine with bold colour schemes and historical curios, maps and artworks for a vintage feel
  • Watersports

    • Kayaking, sailing and diving are excellent, as are boat trips to see whales and dolphins in the Bay of Islands
  • Eco

    • The hotel is energy conscious, promotes natural flora and fauna on the grounds and is energy sufficient
  • Outstanding location

    • With unparalleled sea views over the bay, in leafy and secluded settings, a short walk from Russell
  • No restaurant

    • Continental breakfasts provisions are offered, and there's a Nespresso machine for guests to use
  • Golf

    • Russell has its own golf course, and there's great golf at Waitangi or Kauri, a short drive away
  • Chic

    • The decor evokes a plush 60s and 70s chic aesthetic, bright, colourful chaotic and oh-so-stylish
  • Museums

    • Visit the Russell Museum, less than a mile away, or NZ’s first tannery and printer
  • Great walks

    • Fantastic walks along the beaches and local coastline await
  • Minimum Stay

    • Three night minimum stay
  • Owner managed

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Sailing

  • Snorkelling

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Fishing

  • Sea Views

  • Boutique

  • Cycling

  • Quirky

  • Wine tasting

  • Kayaking

  • Diving

  • Exclusive use

  • Charming

  • Scuba course

  • Luxury

  • Intimate

  • Views

  • Secluded setting

Facilities

  • Rooms

    1 rooms in this hotel
  • No restaurant

    Continental breakfasts provisions are offered, and there's a Nespresso machine for guests to use
  • Bath robes

    Guests are invited to make use of luxury kimonos
  • Satellite / Cable TV

    TV with streaming apps in rooms
  • Minimum Stay

    Three night minimum stay
  • Library

  • Adult Only

  • Air conditioning

  • Parking

  • Bar

  • Fireplace

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • No pets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Not suitable for disabled guests

  • Private villas

  • Garden

  • Wifi

  • Views

  • Safe

Activities

  • Watersports

    • Kayaking, sailing and diving are excellent, as are boat trips to see whales and dolphins in the Bay of Islands
  • Golf

    • Russell has its own golf course, and there's great golf at Waitangi or Kauri, a short drive away
  • Museums

    • Visit the Russell Museum, less than a mile away, or NZ’s first tannery and printer
  • Great walks

    • Fantastic walks along the beaches and local coastline await
  • Sailing

  • Snorkelling

  • Fishing

  • Cycling

  • Wine tasting

  • Kayaking

  • Diving

  • Scuba course

Map & Location

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